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'As the Sabres have gotten off to a better-than-anticipated start in the NHL, Power has been soaring in the NCAA - though that was much more expected, given his prodigious talents. Nevertheless, with 12 points in 10 games, Power is tied with Brisson for second in team scoring behind Johnson's 14 points and Michigan is indeed off to a great start.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power is Thriving as a Sophomore

'So where does that leave this surprisingly decent Sabres team? When you look at the team’s young talent that is already on the roster and the wealth of prospects across the globe, the Sabres seem like they are in pretty good shape. Thanks to a decade of mediocrity – and even a few years of outright dreadful play – they have accumulated a massive prospect pool with some really … [Read more...] about After Eichel: What Does the Future Hold for the Buffalo Sabres?

'As for the Sabres, the beleaguered franchise made out as well as one could expect from this prolonged debacle.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Trade Eichel to Vegas in Blockbuster Trade

'Krebs can play both center or wing and it will be interesting to see where the Sabres place him – Buffalo isn't exactly killing it in the faceoff department right now, though Krebs himself hasn't taken many draws this season and still needs to grow in that area.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Fans, Meet Peyton Krebs

'Harrington noted the Flames lack the prospect depth of other clubs in the Eichel sweepstakes. With the Sabres off to a good start, he wondered if general manager Kevyn Adams was seeking more immediate help. He pointed out Flames VP of hockey operations Don Maloney was spotted at two recent Sabres games against the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings.' … [Read more...] about Calgary Flames Linked to Jack Eichel, But Can They Afford Him?

'With this start to the year, the Sabres can sit back and wait out any potential Eichel trade partner until they’re satisfied with the return on his services. They can wait right up to the NHL’s trade deadline if need be. The bar has been set so low for Buffalo this year, they can ride out any small storm and still have their fans agree the best move for the franchise is to … [Read more...] about Strong Start Gives Sabres the Option of Patience with Jack Eichel

'Scoring was never a problem for Quinn and his ability to put the puck in the net was a big reason why the Sabres selected the Ottawa 67's star eighth overall in the 2020 draft. When I think back on that season, I always remember a conversation I had with 67's GM James Boyd right at the beginning of the year: He told me to keep an eye out for Quinn, who had been a depth piece … [Read more...] about Buffalo Prospect Jack Quinn is Red-Hot

'Sorting out the Sabres' asking price remains a sticking point. Vegas Hockey Now's Dan Kingerski reported sources indicated the cost could be a first-round pick plus “a combination of top prospects, a young NHL defenseman, and a top-six forward under control.” The latter refers to a forward under contract beyond this season.' … [Read more...] about Are the Golden Knights Close to Acquiring Jack Eichel?

'Friedman, however, doesn't think any of them are close to getting a deal done. He pointed out Eichel's medical situation prevent him from providing immediate help to a “win-now” club such as the Golden Knights. Furthermore, the assets they would have to part with would deplete their roster. The same can be said for the Avalanche, Bruins, Hurricanes or any club that sees itself … [Read more...] about Which Teams Can Afford Jack Eichel?

'Montreal, Arizona and Vancouver are hardly needle-movers at this point. But to Buffalo's credit, they've played pretty darn good with a 40-year-old goaltender and without the team's best forward in decades. The team's depth is abysmal. The defense? Ugly. The goaltending? Uninspiring. But that's all on paper. In practicality, the Sabres have played some decent hockey, and the … [Read more...] about So, How About the Buffalo Sabres?

'Friedman believes that issue brought discussions with the Colorado Avalanche to a halt. CapFriendly shows the Avs already pressed against the $81.5 million cap for this season, with over $55.7 million invested in 12 players for next season.' … [Read more...] about The Jack Eichel Saga Rolls On

'This doesn't mean a deal is coming soon. Eichel's $10 million annual cap hit for the next five seasons and the Sabres' high asking price remain significant sticking points. Nevertheless, we could be seeing the beginning of the end of this story.' … [Read more...] about Some Movement At Last in the Jack Eichel Saga?

'Despite their fan support, the Sabres are not even close to being the type of playoff squad Eichel wants to spend his peak years playing for. He wants to be either on a current contender, or on a team on the cusp of being one.' … [Read more...] about What’s Going to Happen to Jack Eichel and Vladimir Tarsenko Next?

'The cost, however, would be expensive. Noting the Golden Knights' limited cap space and Eichel's $10-million annual average value, Carp suggested offering up Rielly Smith or Jonathan Marchessault ($5- million AAV each) or currently sidelined winger Alex Tuch ($4.75 million). He also estimated the Sabres would want a top prospect like Peyton Krebs and first-and-second round … [Read more...] about Should the Vegas Golden Knights Make a Pitch For Jack Eichel?

'Despite the recent conjecture, an Eichel trade doesn't seem imminent. His health remains a significant issue for clubs interested in acquiring him. So does his $10 million annual cap hit through 2025-26 and the Sabres' rumored asking price of four assets comparable to four first-round draft picks.' … [Read more...] about The Latest Jack Eichel Speculation